This episode is for you if you ask the big questions. In this episode, we explore how generosity, community, and giving have evolved. Rachel Hutchisson is the VP of Global Social Responsibility at Blackbaud. Now, if you work in the not-for-profit space, you know Blackbaud. Helping 3,100+ associates be Agents of Good, Rachel built Blackbaud’s CSR program from the ground up, leveraging her experience working at the intersection of business and nonprofits.  You can follow Rachel Hutchisson on LinkedIn. Season 2 wouldn't be possible without our Season 2 partner, the Social Innovation Summit The Social Innovation Summit is an annual event that represents a global convening of black swans and wayward thinkers. Where most bring together luminaries to explore the next big idea, we bring together those hungry not just to talk about the next big thing, but to build it. You can register for FREE to this year's Social Innovation Summit here.

This episode is for you if you know you want to speak up, but fear gets in the way. Impressive and wise beyond her 25 years, Kimberly Chexnayder, also known as Kimmi Chex is an on-air personality for the NFL. Chex teaches us how to become aware of our influence, and more importantly how to leverage it for the confidence needed to advocate for change. In 2020, Chex was named to The Athletic’s 40 Under 40: The Rising Stars Shaping the Direction of the NFL and Front Office Sports 25 Under 25. She joined us from her home in Los Angeles.  You can follow Kimmi Chex on Instagram. Season 2 wouldn't be possible without our Season 2 partner, the Social Innovation Summit The Social Innovation Summit is an annual event that represents a global convening of black swans and wayward thinkers. Where most bring together luminaries to explore the next big idea, we bring together those hungry not just to talk about the next big thing, but to build it. You can register for FREE to this year's Social Innovation Summit here.

This episode is for you if you seek a renewed faith that companies really can do the right thing for the right reasons. Joined by Holly Copeland, Senior Director of their Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability & Impact at Horizon Therapeutics we talk about what authenticity actually means in the land of corporate social innovation and giving. Get ready to learn about how Horizon Therapeutics is making medicine, (not just their medicines but all medicines), accessible to patients, and why there is merit in going deep with a single community rather than a mile wide with many. You can follow Holly’s work on LinkedIn Season 2's ride or die -> Social Innovation Summit The Social Innovation Summit is an annual event that represents a global convening of black swans and wayward thinkers. Where most bring together luminaries to explore the next big idea, we bring together those hungry not just to talk about the next big thing, but to build it. You can learn more about the Social Innovation Summit here.

This episode is for you if you want to explore what it takes to thrive incorporate social impact from the perspective of both a congregator of change makers and a driver of corporate impact. Joined by Jamie Sears, Head of Community Affairs & Corporate Responsibility, Americas UBS and Mel Ochoa, COO of Landmark Ventures we talk about what talents and skills are best channelled by drivers of social impact and what the Black Lives Matter movement has ignited for BIPOC working in the social impact space. You can follow Jamie's work on LinkedIn You can follow Mel Ochoa's work on Linkedin.  You can learn more about the Social Innovation Summit here

This episode is for you if you are trying to drive impact with government or within an organization while staying true to your values and your intuition. Joined by Michael Masserman, previous Head of Global Policy & Social Impact for LYFT, Mike has driven impact by approaching government partnerships with empathy and compassion. Rebecca and Mike breakdown courageous conversations, and how companies lead with values authentically. Now transitioned from Lyft, we discuss what was involved personally for Mike in deciding it was time to go. You can keep track of Mike's work on LinkedIn. You can order the Masserman Brothers - Oren Masserman, Mike Masserman and Tal Masserman's children's book, Chasing the Sun on Amazon. 

How is it that some are able to command a room and create influence? What do they do differently? In this episode we're joined by Samara Bay -  dialect coach to stars like Gal Gadot, Rachel McAdams, and Penelope Cruz, podcast host and producer of Permission to Speak and advocate for female and marginalized voices. Samara empowers people on a mission to use their voice to be seen, heard and loved. In this episode, we talk about the emotions that often lay beneath barriers to speaking with influence and the intersections of feminism and speech. Catch Samara on her podcast Permission to Speak

7-minutes — okay, okay, this one’s 8-minutes. This is for you if you didn’t use your vacation time this summer because you felt like you had too much going on to make it happen. This episode is about the unlikely marriage of rest and impact.

This episode is for you if you are looking to nerd out on social purpose from a leading expert who brings corporate, non-profit and government into one conversation. Joined by Meriko Kubota, previous Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Investment at Telus, and Director of Sponsorship Marketing and Community Investment at MEC, Meriko has built social purpose for Canada's leading brands. In this conversation,  we talk about Meriko's personal connection to driving change, and her decision to leave Vancouver for a small town on the coast of British-Columbia. Meriko is not only a leader to follow, but someone who's story takes us out of the strict parameters we're accustomed to. You can keep track of Meriko's work on Linkedin.

This episode is for you if you desire authentic action from companies in the fight for anti-racism. Joined by the insightful Dr. Ellonda Green, Director of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at B Lab - the renowned non-profit pursuing a vision for an inclusive economy, while serving a global movement of people who use business as a force for good. In this episode, Dr. Green breaks down white supremacy in the workplace, describes the harm in the romanticization of "the hustle" and explains why difficult conversations are an act of compassion. Ellonda is a trailblazer, and with B Lab, is setting a new bar for what equity, diversity and inclusion looks like in the workplace.  You can read about B Lab's anti-racism work here You can follow Dr. Ellonda Green's career on LinkedIn

This episode is for you if you are wondering how to stay inspired while you pursue your cause. Joined by the wonderful Jay Ritchlin, Director-General for the David Suzuki Foundation, Canada’s most renowned charity for their pursuit to save our planet. Their vision is simple, that we all act every day on the understanding that we are one with nature. Jay’s is not only overseeing two paradox provinces, Alberta and British Columbia but his experience includes working on challenges to the environment like open net-pen aquaculture, offshore oil and gas, marine fisheries, toxins and seafood. Jay is as authentic as they come, and this episode will leave your appreciation for nature ignited.